Dr. Michael Haney, LMHC

Dr. Michael Haney helps people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, and compassion fatigue. He also supports those dealing with ADHD, relationship and intimacy concerns, grief, anger, and life transitions. Michael is a Florida-licensed mental health counselor with three decades of experience, and he focuses on meeting people where they are.

In the therapy room he keeps conversations direct and respectful. He listens first, then shapes a plan that fits each person's situation. Sessions are practical and goal-focused, with time spent on skills people can use between meetings.

His approach blends client-centered care with techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy. He also uses mindfulness and solution-focused strategies when those methods match a client's goals. This mix lets him address symptoms like panic, low mood, or trouble concentrating while also working on day-to-day coping.

Over 30 years Michael has worked with people facing a wide range of concerns, from mood and panic disorders to trauma, sexual assault and abuse, and issues that affect men and veterans. He aims to be sensitive to different life stories and to adapt pacing and focus as needed.

People who choose him can expect straightforward feedback, collaborative planning, and an emphasis on building practical skills. He invites prospective clients to take the first step and begin the matching process to find a good fit for their needs.

How therapy approaches translate to online care

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on understanding each person's experience and responding with empathy and respect. It helps people feel heard and helps guide decisions about what to work on next. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behavior and teaches practical skills to reduce anxiety, depression, panic, and unhelpful patterns.

Finding the right approach is part of the process, and the therapist will work together with each person to choose methods that fit their goals and preferences. That might mean starting with simple coping skills, then adding mindfulness or DBT strategies if needed. The plan is adjusted over time based on what helps most.

Confirm current session formats before booking so you know what options are offered. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. It can also let people use techniques learned in sessions in real-life settings between meetings, making practice and follow-up more practical.